Maintenance Specialist II - Stormwater Management

City of Midland•Tx, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs manual and semi-skilled work maintaining, cleaning, repairing, and constructing City stormwater and drainage infrastructure. Works under the direction of an assigned supervisor and assists stormwater technicians with field operations to maintain drainage capacity, reduce localized flooding, and protect water quality. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work is primarily outdoors and involves physical activity on uneven, muddy, slippery, or sloped terrain, often near drainage structures, moving equipment, and vehicular traffic. Employees may be exposed to extreme temperatures, rain, dust, noise, insects, vegetation, fumes, and potentially contaminated stormwater or debris. Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with established safety procedures. Entry into floodwater or confined spaces is restricted. The normal schedule is Monday through Friday, eight hours per day. Overtime and schedule changes may be required for storms, emergencies, or operational needs. Participation in the on-call rotation is required, including availability for assigned periods and response to callouts at night, on weekends, and on holidays. A high school diploma or equivalent is listed as a qualification; the posting also says it is preferred. No previous experience is required and training is provided, though the posting's final qualifications section calls for one to three years of related experience. A valid Texas Class C driver's license and ability to meet City driving requirements are required. A commercial driver's license is not required for initial appointment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; the posting describes this as a qualification and also states it is preferred.
A valid Class C Texas driver's license and the ability to meet City driving requirements.
Complete assigned safety and equipment training.
Ability to safely use tools and equipment such as electrical tools, an air compressor, a paint gun, and a welding machine.
Ability to read and practically apply manuals, blueprints, and similar specifications.
Ability to read, measure, and calculate material types and sizes needed for vehicle or equipment repairs and reason about the time required.
Ability to learn drainage maintenance methods and safe work practices around traffic, equipment, excavations, and water.
Ability to learn the safe operation and care of assigned tools, vehicles, and equipment.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, work orders, maps, and basic sketches.
Ability to use a smartphone or tablet, take clear photographs, and enter accurate information in electronic work records.
Ability to recognize maintenance needs and hazards, communicate observations, and seek direction when conditions change.
Ability to perform sustained physical work, work cooperatively with a crew, and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and the public.
Follow established safety procedures and use required protective equipment; perform specialized work only after required training and authorization.
One to three years of experience in a related field is stated in the final Required Qualifications section, although the posting also says no previous experience is required and training is provided.
A commercial driver's license is not required for initial appointment; additional credentials are required before operating vehicles or equipment that require them.

Nice To Haves

Experience or training in drainage maintenance, construction, landscaping, concrete work, or underground utility maintenance.
Knowledge of drainage maintenance methods and safe work practices, or the ability to learn them.
The posting describes a high school diploma or equivalent as preferred in one section.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain storm drain inlets, culverts, drainage pipes, outfalls, channels, basins, and related structures by removing litter, sediment, vegetation, and other obstructions.
Mow and trim weeds and brush, and maintain drainage flow lines and access routes in City drainage facilities and easements.
Assist with drainage repairs and construction, including excavation, pipe bedding and placement, backfilling, compaction, concrete work, erosion repairs, and restoration of disturbed areas.
Inspect assigned drainage facilities for blockages, erosion, damage, and unsafe conditions; document observations and report needed repairs to the supervisor.
Assist stormwater technicians with pipe jetting and CCTV inspections, including equipment setup, handling hoses and cables, cleaning up sites, and recording field information.
Assist authorized staff with storm sewer utility locating activities, including access, equipment setup, and marking support, after appropriate training and direction.
Assist with routine stormwater pump maintenance, debris removal, and setup of portable pumps and hoses as trained and assigned; report equipment malfunctions.
Support flood response and recovery by placing barricades, operating low-water crossing gates as directed, clearing debris when safe, and assisting with emergency drainage work.
Operate assigned vehicles, mowing equipment, hand and power tools, and light construction equipment after training and authorization and within license restrictions.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and routine preventive maintenance; report defects and keep vehicles, tools, equipment, and work areas clean and orderly.
Set up and remove work-zone traffic control and perform flagging duties after training and as directed.
Record work locations, completed quantities, labor, equipment, materials, and photographs in Cityworks or other assigned records; use GIS maps and mobile devices to locate work.
Follow safety procedures, use required protective equipment, attend safety meetings, and report hazards.
Perform confined-space, excavation, and other specialized work only after required training and authorization.
Use proper material handling, spill prevention, and debris disposal practices.
Report suspected illicit discharges, dumping, or unusual conditions to the supervisor or Stormwater Administrator.
Provide courteous assistance to the public, refer concerns to appropriate staff, assist other City divisions as assigned, and perform other related duties.
Communicate with employees in the work group and with equipment and vehicle operators to obtain information and make repairs.
Safely use tools and equipment such as electrical tools, an air compressor, a paint gun, and a welding machine.
Read and practically apply manuals, blueprints, and similar City specifications; read, measure, and calculate material types and sizes needed for vehicle or equipment repairs and estimate the time required.